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Audio: The role of key adults in schools

Length: 20 mins

Michelle explains the key adult role in schools particularly looking at the benefits for the school and child and what to expect when taking on this responsibility. She details the practicalities involved, as well as how best to approach the job. Michelle also delves into the best approach to have when linking a child to a key adult and how to respond if a relationship breaks down and/or the key adult is no longer best positioned to continue to support the child.

This audio is aimed at education professionals, but may also be useful for parents/guardians to gain an understanding of key adults in schools.

Learning outcomes for CPD/training:

  • Gain an understanding of the role of a key adult.
  • Gain an understanding of how best to create a strong support network within the school staff.
  • Learn how best to respond if a key adult and student relationship breaks down and cannot continue.
  • Understand the value of the key adult role and it’s long lasting impact for students.
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Hosted by Michelle Masters

Headteacher, alternative education provision centre

Michelle Masters has always been passionate about inclusion, firmly believing that all children should have the opportunity to belong to a community.

She initially began supporting SEN children in mainstream settings, before expanding support for children who have experienced trauma and who may have attachment difficulties.

Michelle has worked in education for 20 years and is currently the head of a special school for traumatised secondary school students.